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The Director, Budget & Accounting, under the supervision of the Chief Business Official (CBO), performs professional level accounting work in the supervision and maintenance of the financial records of the District, may prepare or supervise the preparation of District payrolls, financial statements and reports; directs, assigns and evaluates employees in the Business Office; and completes job-related work as required and/or assigned.

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The City of San José is recruiting for the Director of Environmental Services.

The Environmental Services Department's mission is to deliver world-class utility services and programs to improve the City's health, environment, and economy.

Supporting this work is a staff of 592 full time equivalent positions, an annual operating budget of approximately $471 million, and a capital budget for fiscal years 2024-2029 of approximately $1.4 billion.

The Environmental Services Director reports to and serves as a key advisor to the City Manager. The Director's Executive Management Team includes an Assistant Director, the General Manager of the Region Regional Wastewater Facility, and six Deputy Directors.

The Department provides seven core services:
1. Potable Water Delivery
2. Recycled Water Management
3. Recycle and Garbage
4. Stormwater Management
5. Sustainability and Environmental Health
6. Wastewater Management
7. Strategic Support

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An exciting opportunity is now open!

Risk Analyst

Opening Date: July 23, 2024

Closing Date: August 16, 2024

$98,515.35 - $132,020.00 Annually

The Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is the county’s largest provider of affordable housing, helping make rental housing safe and affordable for approximately 20,000 low-income households.

How You Will Make an Impact:

The Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is seeking a Risk Analyst to join our highly collaborative and dedicated team in advancing the Housing Authority’s risk management and insurance programs. We value diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, while striving to create an environment where all team members can contribute to growth and innovation.

The Risk Analyst will have the opportunity to expand their expertise in risk management, insurance programs, and property mitigation. They will also gain experience in policy development, analytical research, and strategic planning, providing a comprehensive approach to risk management. The Risk Analyst will evaluate, design, and coordinate the Agency’s risk management efforts, including insurance programs, property and construction risk, and claims management programs. They will help evaluate, manage, and mitigate risks across all Agency functions and departments, including physical property and residential real estate, information technology, human resources, capital improvement, and new construction projects.

In the first year, the Risk Analyst will improve claims/incident report protocols, evaluate and enhance the Agency’s existing risk management and insurance programs, including researching insurance options in the face of rising insurance costs, and administer the Agency’s insurance policies and manage insurance-related claims and negotiations.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to insurance and risk management.
• Proficiency in risk management software and tools.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High level of organization and attention to detail.

What Our Team Is Looking For: 

Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience likely to provide the required core competencies may be considered. A typical combination that is qualifying may include: 

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in a related field with a major coursework in risk management, business or public administration or a closely related field; and
• Three (3) years of increasingly responsible professional experience analyzing, administering, and managing property and casualty liability, risk, and loss control, or closely related insurance activities.
• Certification as an Associate of Risk Management (ARM) or proof of working towards such certification is highly desirable.
• Possession of a valid California Driver's License and satisfactory driving record at the time of appointment is required as a condition of initial and continued employment to perform the essential functions of the position.

WATER POLLUTION CONTROL OPERATIONS MANAGER

REGULAR FULL-TIME EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Under the direction of the Water Pollution Control Plant (WPCP) Division Manager the Water Pollution Control Operations Manager plans, organizes, directs, and administers the operation of the City's Grade V Water Pollution Control Plant; supervises and coordinates the work of subordinates to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements for wastewater treatment, production of recycled water, and air emissions from plant processes. May direct the administration of the Water Pollution Control Plant in the absence of the Water Pollution Control Plant Division Manager or when so designated; and performs related work as required.
 

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a management position which involves responsibility for the overall operation of the Water Pollution Control Plant in accordance with regulatory agency requirements and administrative procedures prescribed by the Environmental Division Manager.  Immediate supervision is exercised over assigned subordinate personnel. The position requires initiative and dependability with a willingness to be original in approach, adaptable, and to provide decisive leadership.

Essential Job Functions

(May include, but are not limited to, the following):

• Manages all functions associated with the ongoing operation and process control of the Water Pollution Control Plant.
• Provides leadership and direction for the Operations Section.
• Manages, develops, and monitors the Operations budget, and any related program budgets, and allocates resources to accomplish program goals and service levels consistent with the City's planning and budget system. Through the City's fundamental planning and budget system, a wide variety of processes are integrated and used for long range strategic planning, short term action planning, and performance reporting and evaluation.
• Establishes organizational controls to measure performance against approved performance objectives; ensure implementation of these objectives.
• Prepares and administers the operational budget and supervises expenditures from that budget.
• Recruits, selects and trains or facilitates training for Operations staff, including coaching and counseling; evaluates staff performance.
• Assigns and delegates work in order to meet performance objectives and provides guidance to assist staff performance.
• Motivates staff and recognizes and rewards exceptional performance; serves as mentor to staff to help promote their professional development.
• As needed prepares reports submitted to regulatory agencies.
• Evaluates, updates, and approves standard operating procedures (SOPs) and other documents used to guide subordinate personnel in the performance of their duties.
• Balance the Plant energy need and power generation with industry standard best management practices.
• Implements the safety program and energy and chemical conservation programs for the Operations staff.
• Ensures all process treatment units associated with plant operations and process control are in conformance with National Pollution Discharge Elimination System requirements, California Code of Regulations Title 22 requirements for recycled water production, and Bay Area Air Quality Management District requirements for air emissions.
• Implements safety rules, regulations, and emergency procedures, and ensures subordinates are properly trained.
• Keeps abreast of state and federal laws, regulations, and professional developments as they affect the operations program.
• Prepares official reports, studies and correspondence.
• Prepares and delivers formal presentations to City Council, governmental agencies and members of the public.

Other Functions

• May direct the administration of the Water Pollution Control Plant in the absence of the Water Pollution Control Plant Division Manager, or when so designated.
• Provides direction and guidance to subordinate personnel in the preparation of purchase requisitions and technical specifications for operations equipment and materials.
• Acts as liaison amongst plant operations, maintenance, laboratory, compliance inspection, and support services programs.
• Performs the functions of the Shift Supervisor as necessary
• Performs other duties, as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision in reading reports and work related documents and using a computer. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal customer service. The need to lift, drag and push files, paper, books and documents weighing up to 10 pounds is also required. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individual requiring and requesting such accommodation.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in the following way:

A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in a subject related to wastewater treatment; AND

Seven years of experience in the operation of a Wastewater treatment plant, of which at least two years has been spent at the level of Shift Supervisor or higher (as defined in the State Water Resources Control Board Regulations for Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certification and at a Plant Classification of Grade III or above).

OR

An Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university in a subject related to wastewater treatment; AND

Ten years of experience in the operation of a Wastewater Treatment Plant, of which at least five years has been spent at the level of a Shift Supervisor or higher (as defined in the State Water Resources Control Board Regulations for Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certification and at a Plant Classification of Grade III or above).

Thorough knowledge of:

• Modern Water Pollution Control Plant operation practices and techniques.
• State and federal laws governing the operation of Grade V Water Pollution Control Plant.
• Techniques of long-range planning and implementation of plans.
• Principles and techniques of leadership, management and supervision.
• Principles of public sector finance and budgeting.
• Principles of lab analysis for wastewater treatment and process control.
• Personal computers, spreadsheet management, word processing software applications.
• Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and their application to cost-effective operations and maintenance.
• Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) control and reporting applications.

Skill in:

• Managing the operation of a Water Pollution Control Plant.
• Supervising subordinate personnel with effective use of motivational and team building techniques.
• Long-range planning of complex projects and establishing milestones to meet performance objectives.
• Preparing and managing complex budgets.
• Capital project planning and coordination of operational needs during construction of projects.

Ability to:

• Work with, in, and around influents containing industrial wastes, plant process chemicals, hazardous materials, and residential sewage.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, subordinates, city personnel in other divisions and departments, regulatory agency personnel, vendors, contractors and the general public.
• Effectively manage conflicting priorities and meet completion deadlines.
• Occasionally perform duties for periods longer than the normal eight-hour work day or more than five days per week, or both.
• Respond to plant emergencies at any time of the day or night.
• Follow instructions and procedures.
• Perform the essential functions of this classification.

Licenses/Certificates

Possession of a State of California Water Resources Control Board Grade V Certificate is required and maintenance of Grade V certification is a condition of continued employment.

Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class C California driver's license or the ability to provide alternative transportation as approved by the appointing authority and a safe driving record.

Application and Selection Process

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a City of Sunnyvale employment application and responses to the supplemental questions to the Department of Human Resources no later than 5:00 pm on Thursday, August 15, 2024. Incomplete applications will not be accepted (postmarks or faxes are not accepted). Electronic applications may be submitted on-line through the City's employment page at Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on JOBS.

EXAM PROCESS
Applications will be competitively screened based on the minimum qualifications of this position. Based upon a review of the application materials, the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the examination process, which may consist of an oral examination scheduled for a date to be determined.  (Note: The examination process may be changed as deemed necessary by the Director of Human Resources).

SELECTION PROCESS
Candidates who receive a passing score on the examination will be placed on an eligibility list for up to one year, in accordance with the City's Civil Service Rules and Administrative Policies. Any candidate selected by the hiring department will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, which may consist of a background history check as well as a medical exam(s) administered by a City-selected physician(s) before hire. Prior to starting work, all newly-hired employees will be fingerprinted to check conviction history. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose conviction history will result in refusal of employment or termination. Positions which are covered by the Department of Transportation regulations are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test and to random drug and alcohol testing.

INFORMATION ABOUT PROOF OF EDUCATION
Any successful candidate selected by the hiring department will be required to submit proof of education (i.e., original copy of the diploma or college/university transcripts).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Positions in this job classification are represented by the Sunnyvale Managers Association (SMA).

The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

The City of Sunnyvale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the City of Sunnyvale not to discriminate against all qualified applicants or employees on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion (including religious dress or grooming practice), color, sex (includes gender, pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, breastfeeding or medical conditions related to breastfeeding), gender identity and/or gender expression, sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality and bisexuality), ethnic or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, marital status, family relationship, age, cancer or HIV/AIDS related medical condition, genetic characteristics and/or genetic information, and physical or mental disability. Applicants needing special accommodations for testing should submit a request to the Department of Human Resources at time of application.

 Are you a bright, enthusiastic, energetic and customer service-oriented finance professional who values the outdoors and preserving open space? Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District has an excellent opportunity for a skilled Budget & Analysis Supervisor to join our team! Responsibilities include performing diverse, specialized, and complex work involving significant accountability and decision-making responsibility.

About the Position:  Qualified candidates have knowledge of principals, practices, procedures, and techniques for public agency/governmental budgeting , reporting, and analysis, and District wide administrative practices.

Central knowledge, skills, and experience include (but are not limited to):

• participation of the daily operations and activities of the Budget & Finance department
• participation in the development, administration, and oversight of the department’s annual budget
• develop and implement the appropriate financial processes, procedures, and systems to ensure the timely and accurate preparation and presentation of the District’s annual Capital and Operating Budget supervision, training, and evaluation of staff responsible for the budget functions
• presentations to executive staff and the Board of Directors
• assist with the preparation for, and the management of, the District’s annual outside financial audit
• assist departments in understanding and controlling their financial records
• preparation of clear and concise reports and policies
• assist with the timely and accurate preparation and presentation of required reports for the District’s Bond Oversight Committee
• performing research and analysis
• independently perform the full range of finance duties as assigned
• provide high quality staff assistance to the Budget & Finance Manager

Qualities

• Excellent written and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Problem solver
• Commitment to excellent customer service

Highly Desired

• Public sector experience
• Masters degree

Education and Experience:  any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

• Equivalent to graduation form an accredited college or university, ideally with a degree in accounting or finance with a public administration focus and
• Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in budgeting/financial administration.
• A masters degree and public sector experience are highly desired.

Licenses & Certifications Required:   Possession of a valid California Driver’s License. 

A Few Reasons Why You May Love This Job

• Collaborative work that directly supports Midpen’s mission to protect and restore the natural environment
• You’ll be part of a talented and dynamic team whose work contributes to providing nature’s benefits to everyone
• Excellent employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and a retirement pension through California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)

Work Environment:  During peak budget season, this position may occasionally work evenings and extended hours as well as be expected to attend evening board meetings.  Midpen offers a hybrid office/telecommute work environment for this position in our administrative office is in Los Altos, California. 

How to Apply:   A note to applicants who currently live outside of the San Francisco Bay Area: before committing to the application process, and if you haven’t done so already, we suggest evaluating the feasibility of relocation. We recommend researching the cost of living in the San Francisco Bay Area, the cost to relocate, and typical commute times to Los Altos from outlying areas. 

Deadline to apply: August 18, 2024 (to avoid missing email communication about this recruitment, add mpropenspace@calopps.org to your contacts or list of safe senders.)

Required application items:

1. Fully completed CalOpps employment application 

2. Cover letter 

3. Resume  

4. Supplemental question responses

Schedule:

(Dates are subject to change. We cannot accommodate individual schedules.)

First Interview (virtual): September 9, 2024

Second Interview (in person): September 18, 2024

Midpen reserves the right to limit or deny off-duty employment or business ownership which creates a conflict of interest or an incompatibility with District employment. Information can be found in the Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual Section 4.13 Off-Duty Employment and Business Ownership.

The Department: 

The Santa Clara City Library is a department of the City and has positioned itself as a dynamic community hub, providing access to information, literacy resources, educational programming, and promotes civic engagement in Santa Clara. The Library Department is organized into seven divisions: Administration, Adult Services, Branch Services, Customer Services, Facilities, Technical and Technology Services and Youth Services. Santa Clara City Library is in the process of finalizing and implementing its new Strategic Plan that will support the direction of future library services. 

The Position: 

This is a paraprofessional supervisory position in the classified service. The Library Circulation Supervisor is the highest level in the paraprofessional class in the Library Department, providing supervision and management for the largest number of work unit staff in the department, as well as day to day library operation. The Circulation Unit is the first line of staff that meets the public, and customer service and satisfaction are essential. The Circulation Unit is responsible for customer accounts, cash handling, effective material circulation, distribution and shelving, resource sharing, and daily delivery to all library and city locations as needed. The incumbent manages the schedule of the team, maintains standards of strong customer service for the library system through well-developed circulation processes and procedures that emphasize access and equity, and is responsible for the overall supervision of the Circulation Unit, as well as the safe operation and maintenance of circulation technology, including automated materials handling sorters and self-check machines. This position involves coordinating staffing and service procedures with the branch libraries, library bookmobile, as well as working closely with Technology for equipment support as well as with multiple vendors. The Circulation Supervisor is a member of the Library Management Team, and often acts as supervisor-in-charge. Strong communication, management and leadership experience and executive practice in fostering positive working environment, ability to work independently and within a team, supportive personnel practices, troubleshooting, patience, and flexibility will be key characteristics of this individual. 

Additional Information: 

Applications must be filled out completely (e.g. do not write “see resume, NA, or personnel file.”). To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a 1) Cover Letter and 2) Resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Application packets may be submitted online through the “Apply Now” feature on the job announcement at www.santaclaraca.gov. This position is open until filled: first review of applications will be on August 8, 2024, for consideration to the position.   If you are interested in applying you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, before the position is closed.

THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS, OR OTHER DIVISIONS OR DEPARTMENTS BESIDES THE POSITIONS LISTED BELOW.  IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN EMPLOYMENT IN THIS CLASSIFICATION, YOU SHOULD APPLY TO ENSURE YOU ARE CONSIDERED FOR ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES THAT MAY UTILIZE THE APPLICANTS FROM THIS RECRUITMENT. MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMITTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS.  ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO DEMONSTRATE THE BEST COMBINATION OF QUALIFICATIONS IN RELATION TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL BE INVITED TO TEST OR INTERVIEW. 

The annual salary range for this position is $97,590.36 - $124,456.20.  This position will be filled at or near the minimum of the salary range. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum Education Requirements: 

• Completion of 60 semester or 90 quarter units of academic level coursework at an accredited college or university

Minimum Experience Requirements: 

• Three (3) years of recent full-time paraprofessional library experience, two (2) years of which have been at the level of Senior Library Assistant for the Santa Clara City Library or equivalent; or
• Three (3) years of recent full-time paraprofessional library experience involving public contact and computerized circulation systems, including two (2) years of recent supervisory experience

Acceptable Substitution: 

• Completion of a two year Library Technology Associate of Arts degree may be substituted for one year of paraprofessional library experience.

License/Certifications: 

• Possession of an appropriate, valid California Class C driver's license is required at time of appointment and for the duration of employment.

Other Requirements:  

• Must be able to perform all the essential functions of the job assignment
• May be required to work evenings and weekends

Follow this link to view the entire Class Specification, which includes more information on Typical Duties and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities.

Candidates must attain a passing score on each phase of the examination process to qualify for the Eligible List. A department interview may be required prior to appointment.

Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.  

PERMANENT CITY EMPLOYEES PREFERENCE POINTS: Current permanent employee candidates who receive a passing score on the examination will have an additional five (5) points added to their final score.

The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of Santa Clara is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (408) 615-2080 or HumanResources@santaclaraca.gov. 

 Paid intern positions are available within the Environmental Services Department. The positions are an excellent part-time opportunity for an individual with GIS skills wishing to obtain work experience in the Environmental Studies field. Current student enrollment is not required.
 
 Enrichment Opportunities

• Learn and work with the City’s GIS and Office 365 suite of applications.
• Learn concepts of engineering problem solving, data analysis, data management, and GIS database design and development.

Hours: the selected candidate will work under supervision on weekdays between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. The specific days and hours will be decided by the hiring manager in consultation with the selected candidate.

• Organize and digitize information from existing documentation to build a digital Operations & Maintenance (O&M) record repository.
• Review available O&M records and collaborate with users, supervisor, and administrators to define database features and functionality.
• Assist in creating and organizing Excel and GIS database for record storage.
• Assist users and supervisor with designing and utilizing GIS database, including using GIS model builder to automate data import/export.
• Assist and train users to use the GIS database.
• Assist with creation of training materials and how-to guides.
• Scan, label, and/or bookmark historical data into logical, searchable pdf files and/or Excel spreadsheets.
• Help identify ways to clean up the existing database content and presentations.
• Work effectively with City staff, consultants, administrators, and the general public; the candidate is expected to conduct him/herself in a highly professional manner at all times while representing the City.
• Assists City staff with other duties as desired, including some administrative tasks as needed. 

WORKING CONDITIONS
 Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking on level, uneven, and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement, and fine coordination in using a computer keyboard and certain tools. The position also requires near and far vision when reading written work related documents and using a computer. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal customer service. The need to lift, drag, carry, and push equipment, tools and supplies up to 50 pounds is also required. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.

• Interest in Environmental Studies and willingness to learn.
• Positive work attitude, reliable and responsible.
• Ability to write and communicate concisely and effectively.
• Proficient computer skills with basic knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and OneDrive.
• Advanced computer skills may include (not required) Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, and GIS. 
• Good organizational skills, detail-oriented and good data keeper.

 License/Certificates:
 Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California class C driver's license and a safe driving record, or the ability to provide alternate transportation which is approved by the appointing authority.

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Are you results-driven and ready to make a difference?

Come join the City of Sausalito TODAY!

The City of Sausalito Seeking Qualified Applications for the Position of

RISK MANAGER

Salary: $132,000 - $160,000 Annually

Plus an excellent benefits package

This position is onsite at City offices.

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

The first review of applications will be on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at 11:59 PM

Come join the beautiful City of Sausalito as our first Risk Manager. Under general direction from the Finance Director, the Risk Manager plans, organizes, conducts, and directs the City's risk management programs. This position will oversee key areas such as insurance, claims administration, protection against damage to City property, loss control, contract insurance, indemnification, and may be involved in the oversight of workers' compensation and employee safety.

For more information about this exciting opportunity please view the brochure below:

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